Archive for May, 2010

There is money in going green. Investing in a future that is more environmentally centered should be your goal. There are multitudes of eco business development opportunities that need financing. Steering away from companies and destructive industries that demonstrate disregard for our planet is a good beginning. Locating pension funds, financial investment firms and consultants who help clients identify a plan to be more environmentally. If you are in the fields of managing client investments or portfolio management this is crucial for you to begin to do your homework- Now is the time to look into the many funds and investment trusts with focus on environmental issues and growth in the energy sectors. Here are just some of the products and services coming for a “greener” existence. Some don’t even exist yet- talk about opportunity!

Eco- Marketing Materials are needed business endeavors. Recycled paper, eco friendly inks such as soy based, and proper printing processes should be considered. Leading an effort in this area if you already have expertise can give you a reason to re-establish clientele.

Cleaning Products- Opportunity abounds as most are realizing the products we use emit fumes that are harmful to indoor air quality and our health. Your markets are unlimited as you pursue on site cleaning, representation or distribution channels.

Eco- Friendly Clothing- Since clothing can be made from HEMP, organically grown cotton, reclaimed fabrics and other healthy alternatives, where processing is not emitting fumes and soft to the skin, these products and concepts needs marketing and distribution channels to bring costs down. If you have retail experience, this is a win-win for you to move right in to this arena. Bedding, pillow and furniture eco-friendly fabrics are just waiting for representation to the public.

Eco-Event Planning- Since most consumers attend weddings, catered events, trade shows, professional network educational events what an excellent venue to get involved with promoting healthy alternatives, recycling and marketing to these businesses. The services they will need, the information is still in need of expertise. Wait staff uniforms, condiments, trays, bio-degradable supplies, waste management all will need to come into play in this arena. If you have experience in any of these areas, get to work to investigate what how your experience and personality type can bring to the entertainment industry.

Eco Wines/Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic Beverages- Most notably for being organically grown, oats and grapes used set the president but some are looking at adding more distribution channels for quicker delivery-

Organic and eco friendly foods- while we have been seeing more health food stores and products where we shop, are the displays good enough? Are there manufactures in need of better marketing and display expertise?

Solar- There is so much here in terms of business development. The manufacturers are looking for distribution channels and sales forces. If you are stuck in an industry trying to promote products that run on fossil fuels, well, wake up and smell the roses of an industry in need of your sales sills. If you are selling any product or system that is not green or going green, move to the new “green revolution.” The solar industry is developing marketing concepts in leasing vs. owning of solar installations both residential and commercial. Contact them with your resume and offer your years of being on the road over coming objections and wiring up business.

Eco-Event Planning- Since most consumers attend weddings, catered events, trade shows, professional network educational events what an excellent venue to get involved with promoting healthy alternatives, recycling and marketing to these businesses. The services they will need, the information is still in need of expertise. Wait staff uniforms, condiments, trays, bio-degradable supplies, waste management all will need to come into play in this arena. If you have experience in any of these areas, get to work to investigate what how your experience and personality type can bring to the entertainment industry.

Eco Wines/Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic Beverages- Most notably for being organically grown, oats and grapes used set the president but some are looking at adding more distribution channels for quicker delivery-

There are many grants, and tax credits for green business. For those interested in green building or renovating the built structure whether residential or commercial. At the dinner table, we use to talk about real estate, now we discuss the poor economy and survival. There are over 80 new professions being researched and defined by Work Force One in the new green economy. It makes sense that if we create new avenues for environmental issues and then address education for the housing sector in this arena, this could offer new reasons for a buyer to buy again. If we begin to scale energy efficient upgrades for current housing stock that is sitting, we create jobs for construction trades. If we begin to put factories on land that isn’t selling to process renewable energy, we create jobs and cut our dependence on fossil fuels. If we share the possibilities for green financing that is available ( and no one knows about ) to assist homeowners in rate reductions and lowering monthly utility bills and have healthier indoor air quality in their own homes, everyone wins.

Green Real Estate Education was established in early 2006. Kerry Mitchell, founder of Green Real Estate Education, has over 14 years in real estate, in the past as a Maryland Real Estate Professional Broker, and a Licensed Real Estate Broker in the state of Florida. Green Real Estate Education offers the fastest growing “green certification” programs in the United States for those professions in the real estate industry, including real estate and mortgage professionals. For more information visit: www.greenrealestateeducation.com <http://www.greenrealestateeducation.com/>